Investigators with the York Regional Police Hold-Up Unit are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying suspects following an armed robbery in the City of Markham.
On Thursday, March 19, 2026, at approximately 2:50 a.m., officers responded to reports of a robbery inside a business in the area of Woodbine Avenue and 14th Avenue. Three suspects, armed with firearms, entered the business and forced patrons into a single room. The suspects threatened the victims and demanded cash and cell phones.
The suspects fled in a waiting dark-coloured sedan, southbound on Woodbine Avenue.
There were no reported injuries.
Suspect #1: Male, Black, thin build, wearing a black hooded jacket, black pants, black shoes, black Nike gloves and a black balaclava. He was carrying a handgun.
Suspect #2: Male, white, thin build, wearing a blue hooded sweater, black pants, white shoes, black gloves and a black balaclava. He was carrying a handgun.
Suspect #3: Male, Black, thin build, wearing a black jacket, a dark blue hooded sweater, black pants, black shoes, one black glove on his right hand and a black balaclava. He was carrying a grey backpack.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the York Regional Police Hold-Up Unit at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 6630, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS. Anonymous tips can also be sent online at www.1800222tips.com.
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Prepared by: Constable James Dickson
26-94255
March 20, 2026
